Psychoanalytic Counselling in Brentford
Welcome! I’m Ruqaiyyah, an Integrative Psychotherapist specialising in work with Young Adults (18-30), Adolescents (11-18), Children (4-11), and Parents. My approach considers the whole person, taking into account their upbringing, culture, faith, and unique experiences, recognising how these combined shape us. I use a developmentally appropriate stance, tailoring therapy to fit each client’s age and authenticity. Through genuine connection, I aim to support clients in healing, strengthening self-esteem, and developing resilient coping skills to navigate life’s challenges with greater ease and confidence.
Welcome! I’m Ruqaiyyah, an Integrative Psychotherapist specialising in work with Young Adults (18-30), Adolescents (11-18), Children (4-11), and Parents. My approach considers the whole person, taking into account their upbringing, culture, faith, and unique experiences, recognising how these combined shape us. I use a developmentally appropriate stance, tailoring therapy to fit each client’s age and authenticity. Through genuine connection, I aim to support clients in healing, strengthening self-esteem, and developing resilient coping skills to navigate life’s challenges with greater ease and confidence.
I help adults to understand how their earlier experiences and relationships have shaped the way that they experience their world. I place great emphasis on understanding our distress as an understandable response to the experiences as well as taking steps towards meaningful change.
I also offer a safe space for young people and/or parents to understand difficulties they are experiencing as well as equipping them with skills to support their mental health.
I help adults to understand how their earlier experiences and relationships have shaped the way that they experience their world. I place great emphasis on understanding our distress as an understandable response to the experiences as well as taking steps towards meaningful change.
I also offer a safe space for young people and/or parents to understand difficulties they are experiencing as well as equipping them with skills to support their mental health.
My focus is on helping individuals achieve a more balanced and fulfilled life; helping couples improve their relationship with their loved ones and assisting professionals and entrepreneurs in their professional development and finding a better sense of motivation in the workplace and direction in their personal lives. In addition, I work with all individuals regardless of their gender, ethnicity, religious beliefs and especially with those that identify as LGBTQ+. I can provide short-term counselling and coaching, or longer-term psychotherapy if more appropriate.
My focus is on helping individuals achieve a more balanced and fulfilled life; helping couples improve their relationship with their loved ones and assisting professionals and entrepreneurs in their professional development and finding a better sense of motivation in the workplace and direction in their personal lives. In addition, I work with all individuals regardless of their gender, ethnicity, religious beliefs and especially with those that identify as LGBTQ+. I can provide short-term counselling and coaching, or longer-term psychotherapy if more appropriate.
You may be feeling out of touch with yourself, as though you’re always putting on a front or staying on high alert just to get through the day. On the outside, you might seem like you’re coping well and keeping everything together, but inside there’s a sense of exhaustion and being overwhelmed. It may even be difficult to recall the last time you felt genuinely relaxed or able to enjoy things. If you’re looking for a space where you can begin to understand these experiences more deeply, you’re welcome here.
You may be feeling out of touch with yourself, as though you’re always putting on a front or staying on high alert just to get through the day. On the outside, you might seem like you’re coping well and keeping everything together, but inside there’s a sense of exhaustion and being overwhelmed. It may even be difficult to recall the last time you felt genuinely relaxed or able to enjoy things. If you’re looking for a space where you can begin to understand these experiences more deeply, you’re welcome here.
I work as a psychoanalytic psychotherapist and I have consulting rooms in Central London.
Psychoanalysis can offer a time and space in which to speak and think about aspects of life that it may be difficult to address in other contexts. Sessions take place between one and several times a week.
I work as a psychoanalytic psychotherapist and I have consulting rooms in Central London.
Psychoanalysis can offer a time and space in which to speak and think about aspects of life that it may be difficult to address in other contexts. Sessions take place between one and several times a week.
Private Practice in SW London. Divorce /separation support Trauma, anxiety, depression.I am a qualified and registered integrative psychotherapist (BACP, UKCP) and offer long or short term psychotherapy for adults. As a therapist I provide a safe, warm and non-judgemental space where you can explore and reflect about your thoughts, behaviour and your emotions outside your usual circles of family or friends with a trained professional whom you can trust to keep things completely confidential.
Private Practice in SW London. Divorce /separation support Trauma, anxiety, depression.I am a qualified and registered integrative psychotherapist (BACP, UKCP) and offer long or short term psychotherapy for adults. As a therapist I provide a safe, warm and non-judgemental space where you can explore and reflect about your thoughts, behaviour and your emotions outside your usual circles of family or friends with a trained professional whom you can trust to keep things completely confidential.
Hello, I'm Martin, a registered BACP psychotherapist and counsellor. If you're feeling anxious, depressed, having relationship or family issues, or overwhelmed with life and can't seem to move forward, I'm here to work with you. Our work together is to help you understand yourself and your situation better. I am non-judgemental and will ensure that the relationship we form will allow you to feel safe during our work. Working in a relaxed, conversational way I allow you to explore your own thoughts and feelings at a pace that suits you. I'm here to encourage and support you in the exploration of your own situation.
Hello, I'm Martin, a registered BACP psychotherapist and counsellor. If you're feeling anxious, depressed, having relationship or family issues, or overwhelmed with life and can't seem to move forward, I'm here to work with you. Our work together is to help you understand yourself and your situation better. I am non-judgemental and will ensure that the relationship we form will allow you to feel safe during our work. Working in a relaxed, conversational way I allow you to explore your own thoughts and feelings at a pace that suits you. I'm here to encourage and support you in the exploration of your own situation.
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I’m a psychotherapeutic counsellor with a Master’s in Psychology, BACP registered, a BUPA-approved practitioner, and trained in ADHD assessment. I specialise in supporting neurodivergent clients and young adults dealing with ADHD, autism, anxiety, low self-esteem, and relationship challenges. Many people I work with feel misunderstood or overwhelmed and want a space where they feel accepted, respected, and supported to explore their experiences safely and build self-understanding.
I’m a psychotherapeutic counsellor with a Master’s in Psychology, BACP registered, a BUPA-approved practitioner, and trained in ADHD assessment. I specialise in supporting neurodivergent clients and young adults dealing with ADHD, autism, anxiety, low self-esteem, and relationship challenges. Many people I work with feel misunderstood or overwhelmed and want a space where they feel accepted, respected, and supported to explore their experiences safely and build self-understanding.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, experiencing persistent anxiety or negative emotions, or finding life difficult to manage? Perhaps you’ve noticed changes in your sleep, appetite or relationships, or feel that you’re struggling to cope with things on your own. As your therapist, I will support you and give you the space to explore and identify what it is you need, to help you work through the negative emotions you may be experiencing. Together, we can develop greater self-awareness, resilience and healthier ways of coping.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, experiencing persistent anxiety or negative emotions, or finding life difficult to manage? Perhaps you’ve noticed changes in your sleep, appetite or relationships, or feel that you’re struggling to cope with things on your own. As your therapist, I will support you and give you the space to explore and identify what it is you need, to help you work through the negative emotions you may be experiencing. Together, we can develop greater self-awareness, resilience and healthier ways of coping.
You may be someone who struggles with, feeling anxious, sad or depressed, un wanted or want to end your life, perhaps, marriage, parenting or relationships problems. feeling stuck, hopeless. There is a reason why you feel this way. You may be wanting to speak to someone for a long time but never really made a step forward? Great! I am happy to lead you through different number of modalities that will be perfect for your needs. I believe there is power in letting go of what has kept you captive. Try today, you don't have much to lose but everything to gain! Silence is known to be a killer of our happiness. call or email me today...
You may be someone who struggles with, feeling anxious, sad or depressed, un wanted or want to end your life, perhaps, marriage, parenting or relationships problems. feeling stuck, hopeless. There is a reason why you feel this way. You may be wanting to speak to someone for a long time but never really made a step forward? Great! I am happy to lead you through different number of modalities that will be perfect for your needs. I believe there is power in letting go of what has kept you captive. Try today, you don't have much to lose but everything to gain! Silence is known to be a killer of our happiness. call or email me today...
My art therapy practice is rooted in the belief that "art" in therapy is both a vast, tactile laboratory and a powerful language for telling your story. Having graduated in 2017, I have worked with adults, young people, trainees, and fellow therapists to explore how we process the world through a sensory lens. A decade of experience across SEN and early years has deeply influenced my work, moving me toward direct, attachment-based, and honest communication through the use of art materials. Alongside my practice, I provide clinical supervision for qualified therapists and students in training.
My art therapy practice is rooted in the belief that "art" in therapy is both a vast, tactile laboratory and a powerful language for telling your story. Having graduated in 2017, I have worked with adults, young people, trainees, and fellow therapists to explore how we process the world through a sensory lens. A decade of experience across SEN and early years has deeply influenced my work, moving me toward direct, attachment-based, and honest communication through the use of art materials. Alongside my practice, I provide clinical supervision for qualified therapists and students in training.
I am a registered Psychotherapist & Nutritional Therapist. I have a wealth of experience, both here and abroad, supporting individuals and couples experiencing: -Stress & anxiety -Self harm -Disordered eating -Addiction -Grief -Fertility issues & -Menopause transition issues. I would like to support you in gaining a deeper insight into the drivers of your distress & find better ways to cope & bring about change. After nearly 20 years in the field, I passionately believe in the bidirectional relationship between mental & physical health, meaning emotional balance is key to achieving an optimum state of health.
I am a registered Psychotherapist & Nutritional Therapist. I have a wealth of experience, both here and abroad, supporting individuals and couples experiencing: -Stress & anxiety -Self harm -Disordered eating -Addiction -Grief -Fertility issues & -Menopause transition issues. I would like to support you in gaining a deeper insight into the drivers of your distress & find better ways to cope & bring about change. After nearly 20 years in the field, I passionately believe in the bidirectional relationship between mental & physical health, meaning emotional balance is key to achieving an optimum state of health.
Hello! I’m Grace, a London-based music psychotherapist who helps creatives develop self-acceptance, in order to feel grounded and confident in who they are, what they want and how to get there. Being a musician, creative producer and psychotherapist means that I have a great deal of experience at the intersection of self-expression and creativity. I've worked within adult mental health in the NHS as well as private practice, helping those with long-term as well as sudden mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, personality disorders, psychosis. As well as supporting people with ADHD/ADD, autism.
Hello! I’m Grace, a London-based music psychotherapist who helps creatives develop self-acceptance, in order to feel grounded and confident in who they are, what they want and how to get there. Being a musician, creative producer and psychotherapist means that I have a great deal of experience at the intersection of self-expression and creativity. I've worked within adult mental health in the NHS as well as private practice, helping those with long-term as well as sudden mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, personality disorders, psychosis. As well as supporting people with ADHD/ADD, autism.
Rebecca is highly experienced addictions and eating disorders specialist psychotherapist. She works with all addictions, including drugs, alcohol, gambling as well as online addictions, sex/porn addictions She also works with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, phobias and early years' trauma (Complex PTSD). Rebecca is a trained Couples and Relationship Psychotherapist and works with couples or individuals looking at relationship or psychosexual issues. Appointments are face to face in Farringdon London EC1 or via Zoom
Rebecca is highly experienced addictions and eating disorders specialist psychotherapist. She works with all addictions, including drugs, alcohol, gambling as well as online addictions, sex/porn addictions She also works with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, phobias and early years' trauma (Complex PTSD). Rebecca is a trained Couples and Relationship Psychotherapist and works with couples or individuals looking at relationship or psychosexual issues. Appointments are face to face in Farringdon London EC1 or via Zoom
I am an experienced Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist and a Couple Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist with over 20 years’ experience of work in the NHS, Voluntary Sector and Private Practice. I am part of the MA teaching staff at Tavistock Relationships where, as a Visiting Clinician, I have been involved in the Parenting Together and Parents in Dispute Services, undertaken assessments and supervision. In my Private Practice I offer a safe, non-judgemental and confidential space to parents, couples or individuals wanting help with their relationships.
I am an experienced Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist and a Couple Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist with over 20 years’ experience of work in the NHS, Voluntary Sector and Private Practice. I am part of the MA teaching staff at Tavistock Relationships where, as a Visiting Clinician, I have been involved in the Parenting Together and Parents in Dispute Services, undertaken assessments and supervision. In my Private Practice I offer a safe, non-judgemental and confidential space to parents, couples or individuals wanting help with their relationships.
I can assist you in gaining insight & understanding into your history to help you make clearer decisions about your future. As we work together to understand the way you are, the easier it will be for you to make decisions to make your life, career and relationships happier, more balanced and more empowered. In therapy you will have a unique chance to be authentic without self-censorship or consideration of others; where the focus is solely on you. As there are so few chances to encounter this kind of interaction, this acts as a powerful catalyst for change and transformation.
I can assist you in gaining insight & understanding into your history to help you make clearer decisions about your future. As we work together to understand the way you are, the easier it will be for you to make decisions to make your life, career and relationships happier, more balanced and more empowered. In therapy you will have a unique chance to be authentic without self-censorship or consideration of others; where the focus is solely on you. As there are so few chances to encounter this kind of interaction, this acts as a powerful catalyst for change and transformation.
Dr Rachel O'Beney
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Everyone has moments of struggle in their lives, which can also prove to be important turning points.
My approach is work alongside you, to provide a thinking space, in order to discover how and where you can turn times of difficulty into a time of creative change.
I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, with over thirty years experience in the NHS. I have worked with many people suffering from a wide range of issues, such as Trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, struggles in relationships and loss.
I am an accredited CBT therapist, a qualified Group Analyst and use schema therapy to work with trauma.
Everyone has moments of struggle in their lives, which can also prove to be important turning points.
My approach is work alongside you, to provide a thinking space, in order to discover how and where you can turn times of difficulty into a time of creative change.
I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, with over thirty years experience in the NHS. I have worked with many people suffering from a wide range of issues, such as Trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, struggles in relationships and loss.
I am an accredited CBT therapist, a qualified Group Analyst and use schema therapy to work with trauma.
People access Psychotherapy because of a deeper need to be understood, seen and supported. The reasons for needing Psychotherapy vary. Sometimes it's about getting unstuck and instigating changes , feeling more alive and authentic, getting to know yourself or changing destructive and unhealthy patterns and learning to open to a new and healthier way of relating. Sometimes it's for healing from trauma. Whatever the reason, the process is revolved and structured around understanding you and your experiences and helping you make sense of your intrapsychic and interpersonal world. It's a process that's very much alive and evolving.
People access Psychotherapy because of a deeper need to be understood, seen and supported. The reasons for needing Psychotherapy vary. Sometimes it's about getting unstuck and instigating changes , feeling more alive and authentic, getting to know yourself or changing destructive and unhealthy patterns and learning to open to a new and healthier way of relating. Sometimes it's for healing from trauma. Whatever the reason, the process is revolved and structured around understanding you and your experiences and helping you make sense of your intrapsychic and interpersonal world. It's a process that's very much alive and evolving.
If you are feeling stuck in your relationships, struggling with anxiety, low mood, or difficulties with intimacy, therapy can help you make sense of what is happening and create meaningful change. I work with individuals and couples to improve relationships, rebuild trust, and address patterns that keep repeating. I also specialise in sex addiction, compulsive sexual behaviours, and LGBTQ+ relationships and identity issues, offering a supportive and non-judgemental space to move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
If you are feeling stuck in your relationships, struggling with anxiety, low mood, or difficulties with intimacy, therapy can help you make sense of what is happening and create meaningful change. I work with individuals and couples to improve relationships, rebuild trust, and address patterns that keep repeating. I also specialise in sex addiction, compulsive sexual behaviours, and LGBTQ+ relationships and identity issues, offering a supportive and non-judgemental space to move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
For over 15 years, I have worked with people facing difficult moments in life - trauma, addictions, work-related difficulties, relational difficulties, academic performance, depression, anxiety, and others, as well as with people facing more complex "mental health" difficulties. My work has been developed in different contexts as private clinics, charities, the NHS and private mental health units. I aim to offer my availability, listen to my client's experience, and offer the thinking of a second mind, besides the client's mind, in a safe place where the difficult subjects can be unfolded.
For over 15 years, I have worked with people facing difficult moments in life - trauma, addictions, work-related difficulties, relational difficulties, academic performance, depression, anxiety, and others, as well as with people facing more complex "mental health" difficulties. My work has been developed in different contexts as private clinics, charities, the NHS and private mental health units. I aim to offer my availability, listen to my client's experience, and offer the thinking of a second mind, besides the client's mind, in a safe place where the difficult subjects can be unfolded.
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Psychoanalytic Counsellors
Does psychoanalytic therapy work?
Psychoanalytic therapy derives from the work of Sigmund Freud. In this type of therapy, discovering buried thoughts and emotions from the unconscious will help a person work through their difficulties and negative behaviours. Research shows that psychoanalytic therapy can be highly effective, with patients reporting improvement in mood, quality of life, and overall well-being.
How long are people typically in psychoanalytic therapy?
Traditional psychoanalysis is in-depth and is conducted in five sessions every week. Today, modern psychoanalytic therapy is less intense and normally incorporates as few as one or two sessions a week. In some cases, positive change can occur quickly. However, if the condition, difficulty, or behaviour is deep-seated, improvement may require many months or years of therapy.
Is psychoanalytic therapy suitable for young people?
Children and adolescents can benefit from this type of therapy. Many kids and teens are often unable to form and communicate their thoughts and emotions. Psychoanalytic therapy uses specific techniques such as dream analysis, symbolism, and free association or word association; all of which can be useful tools for less-communicative young people. Through this therapy, a patient will hopefully make connections between what they feel inside and how the world works outside.
Can psychoanalytic therapy be done online?
Modern-day psychoanalytic therapy is very different from traditional psychoanalysis. While an individual can sit face-to-face with the psychoanalyst for multiple sessions a week, they do not have to. Today, psychoanalytic therapy can be effectively conducted online or by phone. The key is that the individual confronts what is repressed and avoided, and this can be done whether in person or over online video.